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Professional matchmaking with a personal, hands-on approach.

Hi, I'm Karmen, founder of Pride Matchmaking™.

I know from experience that dating can take a lot of time and energy. My team and I are here to make the process more efficient, more personal, and a lot more enjoyable.

Over the years, I've made hundreds of successful matches, celebrated client engagements and marriages, and even welcomed a few matchmaking babies into the world.

I've also noticed a gap in the industry when it comes to LGBTQ+ owned, culturally-informed matchmaking services created specifically for our community.

I built Pride Matchmaking™ (formerly Karmen Connects) for LGBTQ+ professionals who are serious about finding a partner and want comprehensive support in dating.

If you're interested in applying for matchmaking,
click here to get started. I look forward to connecting!

With Love,

Karmen Paley
Founder and CEO, Pride Matchmaking™

We do the heavy lifting so your love life can feel easy and exciting again.

Client Testimonials

M.B., NYC

"Karmen is an outstanding matchmaker. Right from the start, they took the time to really understand what matters to me: my values, my preferences, and the kind of relationship I'm looking for. Their emotional intelligence and natural instincts made the whole experience feel personal and supportive. What sets them apart is how much they genuinely care. This isn't just a job to them, it's clear they're truly invested in finding you the right person."

Work with a matchmaker who understands your experience and has the tools to help you achieve your dating goals.

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Learn the same principles I teach matchmaking clients to date with more confidence, have better conversations, and build healthier relationships.